Bradley University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Bradley University is a private research university in Peoria, Illinois, serving roughly 3,574 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 76.76% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $66,852 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $42,160
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,719 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 76.76% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,574 97.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 76.17%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 23.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 55.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1237
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,684
- Applicants (IPEDS): 10,138
- Room & Board: $13,500 annual estimate
Bradley University: what the data shows
Common questions about Bradley University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Bradley University?
Bradley University is located in Peoria, IL (ZIP 61625-0001).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Bradley University public or private?
Bradley University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Bradley University cost?
Published tuition: $42,160.
Average net price after aid: $22,719.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,269 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,539 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,609 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,954 |
| $110,001+ | $30,008 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $168,640.
How hard is it to get into Bradley University?
Admission rate: 76.76%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1237 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Bradley University?
Total enrollment: 3,574 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,684 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,181 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Bradley University?
150%-time completion rate: 76.17%.
First-year retention: 82.7%.
What do graduates of Bradley University earn?
Median earnings: $59,114 six years after entry; $66,852 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
31.65% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Bradley University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Data Science, General (98 completions)
- Computer Science (96 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (91 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (62 completions)
- Psychology, General (60 completions)
- Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (48 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (46 completions)
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor (46 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (46 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other (42 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Bradley University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 76.76%; completion rate 76.17%; median earnings $66,852 at 10 years; net price $22,719. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$42,160
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Bradley University was $42,160.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,719
2024 Value
In 2024 Bradley University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,719.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$90,876 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,719 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$168,640 4-Year Tuition
$13,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$56,960 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$227,840 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Bradley University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
63.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Bradley University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Bradley University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $29,664 | $29,664 | $24,950 |
| 2014 | $30,844 | $30,844 | $26,096 |
| 2015 | $31,480 | $31,480 | $26,533 |
| 2016 | $32,120 | $32,120 | $26,407 |
| 2017 | $32,930 | $32,930 | $24,814 |
| 2018 | $33,760 | $33,760 | $24,706 |
| 2019 | $34,610 | $34,610 | $25,634 |
| 2020 | $35,480 | $35,480 | $25,196 |
| 2021 | $36,360 | $36,360 | $24,835 |
| 2022 | $37,800 | $37,800 | $23,005 |
| 2023 | $39,680 | $39,680 | $23,572 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
76.76% Acceptance Rate
10,138 Total Applicants
7,772 Students Admitted
833 First-Time Students Enrolled
10.72% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1237
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Bradley University reported total enrollment of about 3,574 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 49% male and 51% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (59.5%), Hispanic or Latino (14.9%), and Black or African American (12.3%). About 31.65% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 23.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Bradley University in 2024 is 3,574 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,684 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,181 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
82.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 59.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.56% 100% Completion Time
76.17% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.56% of students graduating from Bradley University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Data Science, General: 64% male / 36% female
- Computer Science: 80% male / 20% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 7% male / 93% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Bradley University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$66,852 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
40.39% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
635.64% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Bradley University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 98 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Data Science, General: 98 completions
2. Computer Science: 96 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 91 completions
4. Mechanical Engineering: 62 completions
5. Psychology, General: 60 completions
6. Family Practice Nurse/Nursing: 48 completions
7. Civil Engineering, General: 46 completions
8. Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 46 completions
9. Business Administration and Management, General: 46 completions
Most popular programs at Bradley University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Bradley University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Bradley University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 55.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,409
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $17,531
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Bradley University is a private non-profit institution located in Peoria, IL, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Data Science, General, Computer Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 3,574 students. Student body composition includes White (59.5%), Hispanic or Latino (14.9%), Black or African American (12.3%). The admission rate is 76.76%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1237. The 150%-time completion rate is 76.17%. Approximately 31.65% of students receive Pell Grants. About 23.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Peoria, IL 61625-0001
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 98 distinct degree programs, Bradley University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bradley University located?
Bradley University is located in Peoria, IL.
What is Bradley University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Bradley University is 76.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 10,138 applicants and 7,772 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Bradley University cost?
Reported tuition is $42,160 and average net price is $22,719 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Bradley University?
Bradley University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,684 students, White (59.5%), Hispanic or Latino (14.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Bradley University?
About 23.6% of students at Bradley University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Bradley University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Bradley University reports midpoint SAT about 1237 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of Bradley University earn?
Median earnings are $59,114 six years after entry and $66,852 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Bradley University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 76.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Bradley University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Bradley University public or private?
Bradley University is a private nonprofit institution located in Peoria, IL.
Is Bradley University an HBCU?
No. Bradley University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Bradley University a tribal college?
No. Bradley University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Illinois college costs
- Illinois colleges by ROI
- Peoria, Illinois city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Illinois
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.